The Guadalajara Chivas secured a 1-0 victory over Necaxa on the 13th matchday of the 2026 MX League season, played at Necaxa's stadium. Following the win, head coach Juan Reynoso expressed satisfaction with the team's overall performance, despite the narrow margin of victory.
Peru national team coach Juan Reynoso expressed satisfaction with his team's performance, despite a loss of points at the Akron Stadium. The visitors initially stunned the local crowd, and Reynoso attributes the setbacks to his tactical approach.
Reynoso praised the team's collective effort, stating that the players' humility and intelligence ultimately led to a more impressive performance than anticipated, resulting in a greater reception from the crowd than anticipated for Chivas.
Chivas managed only three shots on target throughout the match, with Necaxa holding the upper hand in terms of scoring opportunities. The game ultimately swung in favor of Necaxa due to an own goal scored by Agustín Oliveros.
Necaxa Coach Juan Reynoso Expressed Satisfaction with Upset Victory Over Chivas, Suggesting That the Opponent's Fans Provided More Support for His Team Than the Opponent Itself.
The Necaxa team from Mexico is experiencing a prolonged slump in the 2026 Open tournament, having failed to secure a win in their last 11 consecutive matches. The club's most recent victory occurred on July 26, when they defeated Monterrey 2-1.
Head Coach Reynoso reflected on the team's recent performance, citing Camilo Vargas' strong showing in the previous match, as well as Sánchez's impressive display in Pachuca. Reynoso emphasized the importance of perseverance and mental toughness in football, stating that these qualities ultimately determine a team's success.
Necaxa has suffered a series of losses in recent matches, including a 3-1 defeat to Toluca, a 1-2 loss to Pachuca, a 1-3 defeat to Cruz Azul, a 1-0 win over Puebla, a 3-1 loss to San Luis, a 2-4 defeat to America, a 0-2 loss to Necaxa, and a 1-0 defeat to Guadalajara. However, the team has managed to secure a few draws, including a 1-1 tie with Pumas, a 1-1 draw with Tigres of the UANL, and a 3-3 stalemate with Rayos de Necaxa.
